Job summary
We have an exciting and rewarding opportunity for a Band 5 Adult Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) to join our well-established, friendly, and innovative community team at University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust (UHMBT).
You will ideally have some knowledge and/or skills in working with adults with acquired swallowing and communication differences, with a commitment to continual professional development to deliver compassionate care to the people of Morecambe Bay. Suitably experienced therapists willing to undertake structured training in dysphagia will also be considered.
You will join the community team at an exciting time, as we are currently reviewing our models of service delivery, which recently involved integrating telehealth approaches into our usual practice settings, including care/nursing homes, patients' own homes, and outpatient clinics.
Main duties of the job
The community team is part of the Adult Speech and Language Therapy service at UHMBT, which also includes pathways in stroke, non-stroke, head and neck, and voice. This offers opportunities to be part of our 'grow your own' ethos, with regular supervision, peer support, continual professional development, and wider multidisciplinary links. The service is supported by an overarching Clinical and Professional Lead and is embedded within the Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care System, enabling involvement in regional service and workforce initiatives.
If you are a motivated, flexible, and forward-thinking newly qualified SLT ready to take the first step in your career, or a more experienced SLT wanting to contribute to community service development alongside a nurturing team and diverse patient cohort, we would love to hear from you.
About us
We operate from three main hospitals: Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal. We also have community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
FGH and RLI offer a range of general hospital services, including Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units, and various consultant-led services.
WGH provides general hospital services, an Urgent Treatment Centre, and helps with non-life-threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three hospitals provide planned care including outpatient services, diagnostics, therapies, day surgery, and inpatient surgery. Additionally, local outreach services and diagnostics are available across Morecambe Bay.
Job details
* Posted on: 30 April 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for change
* Band: Band 5
* Salary: £29,970 to £36,483 per year (pro rata)
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
* Reference number: 331-C16510425
* Location: Westmoreland General Hospital, Burton Road, Kendal, LA9 7RG
Job responsibilities
For detailed job duties and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification available under the supporting documents. More information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay can be found on our website: https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/
Person Specification
Qualifications (Essential):
* 2:2 or above in degree in SLT or equivalent
* HCPC registration (or pending)
Good interpersonal skills (Essential):
* Demonstrates interpersonal skills
Experience (Essential):
* Experience in adult settings with a wide range of communication and swallowing disorders
* Experience in diverse settings
* Evidence of leadership skills
Desirable:
* Evidence of leadership training
Additional requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required.
Applicants requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome; further details are available on the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. For more information, visit the NHS Careers website.
Employer details
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust
Address: Westmoreland General Hospital, Burton Road, Kendal, LA9 7RG
Website: https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk
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